**Chapter 3: A New Reality**

Hua Mei stood in her luxurious bedroom, taking in the unfamiliar surroundings. The soft glow of a bedside lamp cast a warm light on her face, and she blinked several times, trying to shake off the haze of sleep. As she sat up, her mind struggled to recall how she had ended up in this lavish space. The last thing she remembered was watching Avengers: Endgame and feeling a deep sense of sadness about Loki's and Tony Stark's deaths. She swung her legs over the side of the bed and planted her feet firmly on the ground. The soft carpet beneath her feet was a welcome surprise, and she stood up, taking in her surroundings. The room was decorated with expensive artwork and designer furniture. A stunning view of the city skyline caught her attention, and she walked over to the window to get a better look. A sleek, high-tech smartwatch on her nightstand caught her eye, and she picked it up, seeing the time and date displayed on the screen. A piece of paper on the bedside table with a note scribbled on it read: "Welcome to your new life, Hua Mei. You're now the owner of this mansion, and you have $900 million in your bank account. Enjoy your new reality." Hua Mei's mind reeled as she stumbled over to the bathroom. The mirror reflected a person she recognized – herself – but with a few subtle differences. Her hair was styled differently, and her eyes seemed to sparkle with a newfound sense of purpose. She turned on the faucet and splashed some water on her face, trying to clear her head. With a growing sense of excitement and trepidation, Hua Mei made her way to the mansion's main living area. She was greeted by a sleek, high-tech smart home system that seemed to be at her fingertips. As she explored her new surroundings, Hua Mei realized that she had been transported to the Marvel Cinematic Universe – and that she had the means to change the course of events. A thought occurred to her: what if she could use her knowledge of future events to prevent Loki's and Tony Stark's deaths? The prospect sent a shiver down her spine. Hua Mei felt a sense of determination rising within her. She was ready to take on this new reality, armed with her knowledge of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and a fortune that could change the game. As she stood there, Hua Mei's eyes locked onto a news feed on one of the screens. She saw a report about a charity event that Tony Stark was attending that night. A plan began to form in her mind. She would use her wealth and knowledge to meet Tony Stark, to warn him about the dangers that lay ahead, and to find a way to save Loki and prevent the tragic events that had unfolded in the original timeline. With a newfound sense of purpose, Hua Mei accessed her bank account, verifying the $900 million that was supposedly hers. The numbers swirled on the screen, and Hua Mei felt a sense of power and possibility that she had never experienced before. She was no longer just a moviegoer; she was a player in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. As she continued to explore her new surroundings, Hua Mei couldn't shake off the feeling that she was being watched. She glanced around the room, but there was no one in sight. The feeling lingered, and she made a mental note to be more aware of her surroundings. With a sense of purpose burning within her, Hua Mei set out to make the most of her new reality. She had a plan to save Loki and Tony Stark, and she was determined to see it through. The possibilities swirled in her mind, and she smiled to herself, ready to take on the challenges that lay ahead. She took a deep breath, mentally preparing herself for the journey ahead. Hua Mei knew that she had a long and difficult road ahead of her, but she was ready to take the first step. With a newfound sense of determination, she began to make plans to change the course of history.